Colt Python Model I3620, Blue 2 1/2″ .357 Magnum SA/DA Double Action Revolver & Letter, 1965 C&R

SOLD FOR $3,025.00
LSB#: 171104MS06

Make: Colt

Model: Python, Model I3620

Serial Number: 50109

Date of Manufacture: 1965 (letter)

Caliber: .38 Special/.357 Magnum

Action Type: Single and Double Action Revolver With Swing Out Cylinder

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “PYTHON .357 / .357 MAGNUM CTG.”. The right side of the barrel is marked “COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A.”. The flat under the crane and the crane are marked with the serial number. The left sideplate is marked with a “Rampant Colt” logo. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with “VP” in a triangle and at the rear with “T”. Under the grips, the left side of the grip frame is marked “N”, “INS”, and “E”.

Barrel Length: The vent rib barrel with full underlug is 2.5”

Sights / Optics: This revolver is mounted with a square notched sight adjustable for windage and elevation that is pinned to the top strap of the frame. The front sight is a serrated ramp blade with orange insert pinned to the top of the rib. The top of the barrel rib and the top strap have a matte black finish to reduce glare.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered walnut that leave the grip straps and butt exposed. Gold colored medallions are set into both panels. The checkering is still quite pronounced and there is no notable damage, only very light handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. The grips are in Fine-Excellent overall condition. 

Type of Finish: Royal Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.

Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 97% of its finish. The frame has a couple of light marks on the left side above the front of the trigger guard, there is thinning finish at some edges, the cylinder has a turn line and a few scattered light marks. Overall, this gun rates in about Fine condition.

Mechanics: The lock-up on this revolver is SOLID, with no play when trigger is depressed. The action functions correctly. We have not fired this revolver. This revolver has a wide target style hammer and a serrated trigger. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes with a Colt letter confirming that it is in its original configuration and has the correct finish.

Our Assessment: In 1955, the United States launched the first nuclear powered submarine, West Germany joined NATO, and Colt began shipping the finest precision combat and target revolver ever made. Each revolver was hand-tuned at the factory and this attention to detail shows both cosmetically and in operation. With barrel lengths ranging from 2.5″, such as this example, to 8″ and with some of the finest machining and finishing ever seen in the industry, the Python has earned its reputation and continues to be sought after to this day. The Colt Python revolvers are no longer being made, so the price for these fantastic weapons are just going to continue to appreciate. The revolvers by themselves are becoming harder and harder to find, making it difficult to bring oneself to actually fire a Python. This revolver appears to have seen some limited use and could be fired without significantly reducing value providing it is used responsibly and cleaned after use. This Python is an opportunity to actually shoot the finest revolver ever made while it still retains and even gains in value. Please see our pictures and good luck!

CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This C&R eligible handgun CAN be transferred as a dealer sale in California and CAN be sold as a Private Party Transfer (PPT) at our Simi Valley shop. This does not apply to out of state residents.